Re: “U.S., Seoul continue trade talks” (Oct. 30, Nation & World):
In what even some Republicans are finally coming around to realizing is the worst attack in American history from within on First Amendment rights, the rule of law, due process, the Constitution, separation of powers, a recognizable boundary separating church from state, the treasured tenets that inspired the birth of the concept known commonly as the Four Freedoms, and basic decency, a funny thing happened on the way to the throne.
An ally-for now — until Trump threatens to make South Korea the 52nd state — presented President Donald Trump with a golden crown. Coming mere days after a “No Kings” peaceful protest that proved millions of Americans still desire democracy, the irony is indeed monumental. At least Trump’s minions won’t be forced to commission the crafting of said crown utilizing taxpayer money. So there’s that. And Fort Knox will be able to withstand an audit that may have suggested the coffers were a few pounds lighter were it not for South Korean President Lee Jae Myung’s generosity.
The Statue of Liberty from France and … a golden crown. Ironic, ain’t it.
Randy Jahraus, Kent
